Djokovic pulls out of China Open over elbow injury

Six-time
champion Novak Djokovic has been forced to pull out of next week’s
China Open because of an elbow injury, according to a statement on his
website.

The world number one has won 29 straight matches at the event, taking
his first title there in 2009 and last year defeating rival Rafael Nadal
in the final.

“I am extremely disappointed not to be able to compete at the China Open
this year,” said Djokovic, who hasn’t played since losing the US Open
final to Stan Wawrinka.

“I’m still recovering from my elbow injury and have been advised not to play until my condition improves,” he added.

The 18th edition of the tournament will be held at the National
Tennis Centre in Beijing from October 3 to October 9.“The China Open is
one of my favourite tournaments…I love competing in front of the
passionate Chinese fans and I look forward to coming back to Beijing in
the future.”

Djokovic pulls out of China Open over elbow injury
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